Sara Shines for Galatasaray: Sets Season Record!
Gabriel Sara, Galatasaray’s Brazilian star, made headlines during the match against Fatih Karagümrük by scoring the fastest goal of the 2025-26 Trendyol Süper Lig season. He found the net just 30 seconds into the game, leading his team to an early advantage.
Galatasaray’s Impressive Performance
The match took place at Atatürk Olympic Stadium as part of the 19th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig. Galatasaray showcased a dominant performance, with Sara’s goal setting a new season record for the league.
Strategic Changes by Coach Okan Buruk
Head coach Okan Buruk implemented three changes to the lineup from the previous match against Atletico Madrid. He replaced Eren Elmalı, Mario Lemina, and Leroy Sané with:
- Ismail Jakobs
- İlkay Gündoğan
- Gabriel Sara
Notably, new arrival Wilfried Singo did not make the squad due to a technical decision, and injured Arda Ünyay also missed the match. Additionally, Noa Lang was absent from the lineup.
Season-Record Goal
Gabriel Sara’s goal not only marked the fastest of the season but also placed him in the annals of Galatasaray’s history. His strike is the fourth fastest in the club’s Süper Lig history:
| Time | Player | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 00:18 | Vedat İnceefe | Göztepe |
| 00:27 | Mbaye Diagne | Gençlerbirliği |
| 00:30 | Younes Belhanda | Y. Malatyaspor |
| 00:31 | Gabriel Sara | Fatih Karagümrük |
Fan Support
Galatasaray’s supporters filled the sections allocated to them at Atatürk Olympic Stadium, showing unwavering loyalty to their team. Their chants and cheers energized the players and established a vibrant atmosphere for the match.
In summary, Gabriel Sara’s remarkable achievement of scoring the earliest goal of the season highlights his importance to Galatasaray as they continue to compete in the Trendyol Süper Lig.
